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Thunderbolt!: An Extraordinary Story of a World War II Ace [Paperback]

Robert S. Johnson (Author)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent from soup to nuts. Mar 18 2012
By StompinThom
Format:Paperback
Very well written book outlining the life of one of the 8th airforce's finest pilots.
Despite being written in 1958, the book still feels fresh and well paced. Some of the racism etc, that can be found in books from this era is thankfully absent.
Excellent read about a true hero.
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5.0 out of 5 stars WWII Fan May 5 2004
By Rich Wagner
Format:Paperback
This is a great book about the best WWII ace in the European theater. The story is very interesting. Robert S. Johnson is my favorite pilot ever. He flew a great fighter.The Thunderbolt was probably (with the exception of the Mustang)the best WWII fighter. Johnson was a exellent pilot, marksman,and a good guy. He shot down 27 German planes! (most of them fighters.) I give this book 5 stars.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Life before the P51 Mustang Dec 1 2000
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
I happened to read this book while in elementary school decades ago, always remembered it, and finally got around to buying it and reading it again, it made that much impact on me. Johnson's story does get a bit slow at times, but it does tell one what kind of person became a fighter pilot and ace in WWII. Considering that they were really kids, it's impressive how technical and professional these pilots were, how they persevered even when it was boring, hopeless, or terrifying. The P47 itself fascinates me, and this book will tell one why. The later P51 is everyone's sweetheart, but the P47 (and a few others) did the dirty work and made it possible. Johnson's story when his plane got shot up beyond belief and he limped home is an incredible story about both P47's and Johnson. To me, this is a "must read" book by someone who was there, much like Adolf Galland's books. Future generations shouldn't forget any of this, but it's also good reading, fascinating stuff.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Yeager-esque...
I take my hat off to Bob Johnson...he's had an incredible life and written an incredible book. I give it 4 stars instead of 5 stars because there are other slightly better books... Read more
Published on Oct 30 2000 by zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
5.0 out of 5 stars INCREDIBLE book!
This is a great book - terrifically written and carries the story very very well. I regret everytime I have had to put it down, even for a few moments. Read more
Published on Mar 31 2000 by Tracy Saulino
5.0 out of 5 stars SO LONG BOB
Bob johnson is my hero..... he inspiried me to become a pilot....that is my dream. i wish i could have et bob but that is impossible now...BOB I MISS U AND THANK YOU..... Read more
Published on Jan 13 2000 by Lyle
4.0 out of 5 stars THUNDERBOLT
THUNDERBOLT provided me a chance to sit in the cockpit of a P-47 in the ETO. Cpt. Robert "Bob" Johnson walks you through his young childhood, love of flying and the... Read more
Published on Dec 23 1999 by Gregory Pierce, President 8th AFHS, WS
5.0 out of 5 stars A book about one of those rare men who thrive in combat.
Robert S. Johnson has been one of my heroes since first reading his book in the early 60's. I could never imagine how men like Mr. Read more
Published on April 17 1999
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful insight
This book provides wonderful insight into the mind of a top fighter pilot. Robert Johnson lets you know what he was thinking, and what motivated him personally. Read more
Published on Feb 6 1999
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent depiction of the role of fighters in WW11
You can't put it down. Bob Johnson was a true war hero with 28 kills. Sadly he just passed away on Dec27 1998.
Published on Dec 30 1998
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